Teacher of History and Politics

Harrow International School Hong Kong is seeking an exceptional Teacher of History and Politics to join our vibrant Humanities Department. This is a full-time position starting in August 2026, offering an exciting opportunity to inspire pupils and contribute to our vision of Educational Excellence for Life and Leadership.

Start Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: 24 November 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interested candidates should visit our School Website (www.harrowhongkong.hk) or Career Website (career.aisl-edu.com) for more details. Personal data provided by job applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Key Responsibilities

·         Teach History up to A Level (Pearson Edexcel) and IGCSE, and Politics at A Level (AQA) is highly desirable.

·         Plan and deliver engaging lessons that foster academic excellence and curiosity.

·         Assess pupils effectively, track progress, and implement interventions where needed.

·         Contribute to departmental development, including schemes of work and sharing best practices.

·         Support pupils with university applications and participate in enrichment activities such as trips and Leadership in Action Week.

·         Undertake pastoral responsibilities as a Tutor and contribute to the wider life of the School, including co-curricular programmes.

Qualifications & Experience

·         Good Honours degree and a postgraduate teaching qualification (including QTS).

·         Proven track record of delivering strong academic outcomes.

·         Experience teaching History and Politics to examination level.

·         Up-to-date knowledge of curriculum developments and innovative teaching practices.

Skills & Personal Attributes

·         Passion for History and Politics and commitment to high standards in teaching and learning.

·         Ability to inspire pupils and foster academic curiosity.

·         Strong organisational and communication skills.

·         Positive, flexible, and collaborative approach with a commitment to pupil wellbeing.

·         Willingness to contribute fully to the life of a busy boarding school.

Harrow Hong Kong is fundamentally committed to safeguarding the children in our care and their welfare is our top priority. All adults in the School community are expected to follow its Child Protection procedures and are required to undertake safeguarding checks. Harrow Hong Kong reserves the right to recruit at any stage during the selection process.